School to close at lunchtime for Olly's funeral

The funeral of a 12-year-old schoolboy is due to take place in Devon at 3pm this afternoon.

Oliver Croker from Bampton died in a freak accident while watching a local football match last month. He was hit in the head during the game at Bradninch Football Club and later died.

Olly was a pupil at Tiverton High School, which will be closing at lunchtime so that pupils and staff can go to the service at St Michael and All Angels Church in Bampton.

Those attending the funeral have been invited to wear their favourite football team's shirts in recognition of Olly's love of the sport.

An inquest will be held at a later date after the council has investigated what happened.